IT PMO Leader (Remote)

Bakelite; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakelite is seeking an IT PMO Leader to establish and lead the PMO, ensuring robust standards, governance, and methodologies across the IT portfolio. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on project management for high-impact IT initiatives.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in IT or Business, 7+ years in PMO-related roles, and proficiency with MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow, and Azure DevOps. Remote role based in the U.S. with strong emphasis on security and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business or related field.
• 7+ years of project management experience including 3+ years in PMO leadership.
• 5+ years in IT delivering various projects (infrastructure to ERP).
• Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow, Azure DevOps).

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain PMO standards and governance (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, Lean).
• Oversee IT project portfolio, resources, and performance tracking.
• Lead governance, reporting, and compliance for IT projects.
• Mentor cross-functional IT teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize projects and allocate resources.
• Ensure timely delivery and budget adherence of IT initiatives.

Skills

PMO leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business

Tools

MS Project

Jira

ServiceNow

Azure DevOps

Job description

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.

We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.

Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.

It’s Better with Bakelite.

IT PMO Leader (Remote): The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World

• In this role you will be responsible for establishing and leading the IT Project Management Office, ensuring robust project standards, governance, and methodologies are defined and consistently applied. Your previous experience setting up a PMO office will ensure success.
• You will oversee the IT project portfolio, resource allocation, and performance tracking, driving successful delivery of complex business initiatives.
• You will act as both a strategic leader and hands‑on project manager for high‑impact IT projects, championing innovation, security, and technical excellence across the organization.

It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You

• You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
• We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
• Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.
• Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
• We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.

Life in Atlanta: Atlanta is Georgia’s capital, largest city, and home to Bakelite’s corporate headquarters.

• The city offers lots of activities. In addition to restaurants and a bustling downtown area, you can explore Zoo Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Botanical Garden and more.
• Check out some of Atlanta’s famed sports teams, including the Braves, Falcons and Hawks.
• Atlanta is home to several of the most colleges and universities in the southern U.S., including University of Georgia, Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology, John Marshall Law School and others.
• Love to travel? You’ll be close to Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the busiest airport in the world.
• Learn more about Atlanta

What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain project management standards and best practices (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, Lean).
• Oversee the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational and technology goals.
• Manage project governance, reporting, and compliance.
• Lead project governance and cross functional IT team, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Monitor project performance, implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize projects and allocate resources effectively.
• Optimize project delivery timeliness, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Implement and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT project success.
• Foster collaboration between IT, business units, and external partners.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities):

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business, Project Management or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in project management, including 3+ years in a PMO leadership role.
• At least 5 years of experiences in related IT field, delivering a wide range of IT projects from Infrastructure to ERP related (SAP Preference).
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow, Azure DevOps etc.).
• Strong analytical skills for complex problem solving.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to articulate technical topics to non‑technical audiences.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Ability to effectively work and communicate within a matrix environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Previous experience in a managed service environment is a plus.
• Makes fact‑based decisions – is not swayed by contrary opinions or perceptions.
• Is continually curious and open to new ideas.
• Enables an environment that embraces creativity and innovation.
• Takes the time to listen for understanding and asks questions to clarify.
• Communicates directly, honestly, respectfully and in a timely manner to resolve conflict.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.